Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 16.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 16.6%
- Retention Rate
- 87.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $52,506
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $13,874
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 45.9%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $147/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $59,640 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $53,984 | |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $52,107 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $36,674 | $9,625 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $27,822 | $12,900 |
Outcomes Overview
Quincy College graduates face a challenging financial reality despite relatively low debt loads. With median debt of $13,874 and monthly loan payments of $147, graduates spend about 5% of their typical first-year income of $35,792 on loan repayment. This debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.26 is reasonable compared to many four-year schools. However, only 45.87% of borrowers successfully repay their loans, suggesting many struggle financially after graduation. The college primarily serves as a stepping stone for students transferring to four-year universities or entering local healthcare and business fields around Boston. While the low tuition keeps debt manageable, the weak graduation rates and mixed loan repayment outcomes indicate an average return on investment.